This week, the Rugby Championship turned upside down:

Boks Smash ABs in WellingtonSouth Africa inflicted New Zealand’s worst ever home defeat, storming to a 43–10 win. Six tries, a second-half demolition, and a historic Springbok statement that left the All Blacks reeling.

Pumas Edge WallabiesArgentina shocked Australia 28–26 in Sydney. The Wallabies looked ready to close it out, but Carreras and the Pumas had other ideas, proving once again they’re no one’s supporting act.

Women’s World Cup ClasThe Black Ferns powered past South Africa 46–17 in the quarterfinals. The Boks women impressed early, but New Zealand’s pace and finishing secured their place in the semis.

Championship HeatMomentum is green and gold. The Springboks have flipped the table, the All Blacks are in crisis mode, and Argentina remain dangerous outsiders. The Rugby Championship just got spicy.

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This week on That Rugby Union Show:

Eden Park Fortress — The All Blacks extend their streak to 51 unbeaten at Eden Park with a 24–17 win over the Springboks. Narawa and Jordan struck early, Tupaea sealed it, and Robertson’s men defended like demons. Kolisi’s return wasn’t enough to break the Auckland curse.

Wallabies vs Pumas Chaos — Angus Bell crashes over in stoppage time to give Australia a dramatic 28–24 win. Eddie’s gamble to chase tries pays off, but Carreras kept Argentina in it until the very end.

Championship Heat — New Zealand lead the table on 10 points, Australia close behind on 9, with the Boks and Pumas stuck on 5 each. Next up: Wellington, where Erasmus hunts redemption.

Currie Cup Fire — Semi-final spots are on the line, and the rivalries are as brutal as the internationals.

This week we go deep on every angle of the game:

• Eden Park drama – Ray Mordt joins us to relive his flour-bomb hat-trick from 1981, as the Springboks head back to Auckland with Siya Kolisi returning, Jesse Kriel leading, and Ardie Savea marking his 100th test. Can the Boks finally crack the Eden Park curse?

• Wallabies vs Pumas – Harry Wilson and Tom Lynagh return to the Aussie lineup, but Carreras and Argentina smell blood.

• Women’s Rugby World Cup – Canada’s Beukeboom sets a record, England lean on Matthews and Breach, and the Springbok Women push for a historic quarter-final breakthrough.

• Currie Cup heat – Semi-final spots on the line, with local rivalries boiling over.

🎙️ Special guest: Ray Mordt

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